Search for topics or resources

The Frugal Fiduciary Small Business 401(k) Blog

Get the latest industry news, deadlines and tips you need to know to help tackle your fiduciary responsibility needs.
401(k) Plan Compensation – What Employers Need to Know

401(k) Plan Compensation – What Employers Need to Know

By: Eric Droblyen

February 21st 2018

A 401k plan can require multiple definitions of employee compensation. To keep their plan in legal compliance, employers must understand all of them.
Read More
Top 10 401(k) Mistakes Found in the IRS Voluntary Compliance Program

Top 10 401(k) Mistakes Found in the IRS Voluntary Compliance Program

By: Eric Droblyen

October 18th 2017

Severe consequences can result when a 401(k) plan fails to meet one or more of the plan qualification requirements – including IRS penalties for the employer.
Read More
Acquisition or Merger? Don’t Overlook the Seller’s 401(k) Plan!

Acquisition or Merger? Don’t Overlook the Seller’s 401(k) Plan!

By: Eric Droblyen

May 17th 2017

After acquiring a company with a 401(k), there 3 options for the plan - merge it into their own plan, keep it stand-alone, or terminate it.
Read More
1 2